Volunteer Interest Form

Pearland is a dynamic and growing community with many opportunities for residents to "get involved" in activities that enhance the community. Volunteer contributions are a value-added enhancement to City services and provide the volunteer with a unique perspective of City government and non-profit organizations. Volunteers have an opportunity to discover new interests, meet new people, and develop new skills. Assignments can be made available on a long and short term basis depending on the needs of the department and volunteer. Your volunteer services are greatly appreciated. Volunteer opportunities include: 

Animal Services
The City of Pearland Animal Services & Adoption Center is seeking volunteers to walk dogs, help with cats and other animals, assist with off-site adoptions, help residents search for lost pets, take photos of animals in need of a home, clean Adoption Center facilities, and more. Click here to complete the volunteer registration form. 

Boards and Commissions
The City is looking for a few good… board members. Interested? The City of Pearland depends on specialized boards and commissions, staffed and operated by residents, to assist and advise the City Council and the Administration on the community issues affecting Pearland. For more information, please visit the Boards and Commissions webpage. 

Citizen's Police Academy
Have you ever wondered, "Why do officer's do that?" Would you like to gain working knowledge of the duties of a police officer? Consider registering for a Citizen's Police Academy class! Students will receive instruction on Thursday nights from 7 to 9:30 p.m. on the different aspects of policing.  Course topics include the police hiring process, Penal Code and Transportation Code, Arrest Procedures and Crash Investigation. There is no cost to attend and graduates become part of the Pearland Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association (PCPAAA).  The PCPAAA is a service organization dedicated to supporting the mission of the Pearland Police Department. For more information, please visit Citizen's Police Academy webpage.

You could be part of a brave team. The Pearland Fire Department (PFD) is always recruiting individuals who have a commitment to the community and can contribute the time to become a professional-class volunteer firefighter. Being a volunteer firefighter is a great way to give back to your community and become a leader in it. Click here for more information.

Volunteers are invited to help with various stewardship activities in city parks, trails, and natural areas. Many activities are great for large groups, families, or youth groups with adult supervisors. Click here for community service projects and scout projects. One day, short-term or long-term service activities are also available. No prior experience is needed, only the desire to help. If you are interested in volunteering for Parks & Recreation programs such as youth, senior and athletic, or serving in a special event, please click here to view current volunteer opportunities.

Keep Pearland Beautiful
Keep Pearland Beautiful is always looking for volunteers to serve in a number of volunteer capacities. Visit the Keep Pearland Beautiful website to sign-up or email them at info@mykpb.org

Pearland Municipal Court
The Municipal Court utilizes high school students in good standing to volunteer to serve as jurors for the Teen Court program. Applications are accepted once a year in early spring. For more information please visit the Teen Court page, or contact the Teen Court coordinator at 281.997.5901.